PROBATION SERVICES IN ENGLAND AND WALES

Early day motion 622, tabled 23 October 2012 by John McDonnell (Labour). Signed by 128 members.

That this House welcomes the news that the Probation Service in England and Wales won the British Quality Foundation Gold Medal for Excellence in 2011; notes that no Probation Trust is deemed to be failing or in need of improvement; further notes that each Probation Trust in England and Wales is meeting its target on the production of court reports, victim satisfaction and the successful completion of orders or licences; and acknowledges the achievements of the Probation Service in England and Wales for carrying out its work efficiently and effectively.

Signatures by party: Labour 83, Liberal Democrat 24, Conservative 14, Plaid Cymru 3, Alliance 1, DUP 1, Green 1, Respect 1.